Royal Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Indian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Aesthetic Movement Brooches
Tsavorite, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 9k Gold,...
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold
Early 2000s European Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Edwardian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Spanish Georgian Bridal Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Persian Rugs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
2010s British Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Antique 18th Century Indian Boxes and Cases
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 2000s French Contemporary Vanity Items
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Stud Earrings
Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Indian Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Platinum
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How Much is a Royal Diamond?
The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
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